Danielle Lee Thompson

Mandeep Singh, an Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses Palantir's stock surge tied to AI demand. Kayleigh Lyons shares insights on voter turnout trends for the U.S. election. Anna Rathbun talks about market reactions and tech sector regulations. Margie Murphy reveals how Polymarket influences election betting through influencer collaborations. Danielle Lee Thompson addresses misinformation's impact on voter trust. Kirsten Todd emphasizes election security measures, while Donald Trump reflects on his campaign amidst the electoral landscape.

Danielle Lee Thompson, a research manager at the University of Washington Center for an Informed Public, dives into the role of AI and social media in spreading misinformation ahead of the 2024 election. She discusses how financial incentives fuel the rumor mill and the influence of AI-generated content on public perception. Thompson emphasizes the critical need for media literacy and fact-checking, particularly around divisive topics like non-citizen voting. Solutions for bridging the gap between academia and public understanding are also explored.